13th ANNUAL MELTING MANN GRAVEL RACE - Presented By One Rock Fund

  • Date Sat 28th March 2026
  • Time 9:00AM EDT
  • Location Jones, Michigan
  • Price Free
  • Races 18 races
  • Distances Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of cycling at the 13th Annual Melting Mann Gravel Race on Saturday, March 28, 2026, in Jones, Cass! This vibrant event promises a thrilling experience for riders of all levels, featuring three exciting race distances: a challenging 58-mile race, a scenic 39-mile route, and a fun 24-mile ride. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newcomer, there's a perfect challenge waiting for you.

Kick off the festivities with early packet pickup at the Vandalia Community Center on March 27, where you can meet fellow cyclists and prepare for race day. On the big day, registration opens bright and early at 7:00 AM to ensure you're ready to roll! With races starting at 9:00 AM for the 58-mile distance, followed by the 39-mile and 24-mile races, the atmosphere will be electric as participants tackle the beautiful gravel roads of Cass County. Make sure to stick around for the podium awards ceremony at 1:15 PM, where you could celebrate your achievements! Don’t miss out on this incredible cycling event – mark your calendars and get set for an unforgettable ride!

Organiser's Description

ABOUT THIS EVENT:

FOR EVENT DETAILS, AWARDS, AND RULES!! HTTPS://MELTINGMANN.COM [https://meltingmann.com]

* _ELECTRIC ASSISTED BIKES ARE NOT ALLOWED BECAUSE OF DRAFTING ADVANTAGE CONCERNS FOR OTHER RIDERS! IF WE HAVE NOT ALREADY SOLD OUT BEFOREHAND, ONLINE REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE ON MARCH 26th AT 5PM_.
* Registration will be available on Friday (March 27th) during pre-packet pickup at the Vandalia Community Center, Vandalia, Michigan 4pm 7pm.
* Registration will also be available on race day (MARCH 28th) at the Vandalia Community Center, Vandalia, Michigan 4pm 7pm



SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

* March 27, 2026

* Early Packet Pickup The Vandalia Community Center, Vandalia, Michigan 4pm
7pm

* March 28, 2026

* Parking for the start and finish will take place at the Vandalia Community Center,
Vandalia, Michigan
* 7:00am Registration opens at the Vandalia Community Center, Vandalia, MI
* 8:10am 58 mile race staging opens
* 8:50am 58 mile pre race instructions
* 9:00am 58 mile race starts
* 9:10am 39 mile race staging opens
* 9:55am 39 mile pre race instructions
* 10:05am 39 mile race starts
* 10:15am 24 mile race staging opens
* 10:35am 24 mile pre race instructions
* 10:45am 24 mile race starts
* 1:00pm Cut off time for podium awards eligibility
* 1:05pm Race results become official
* 1:15pm Podium awards begin at the main stage

We will do everything in our control to complete this event on the scheduled day, but if canceled due to weather, there are no refunds.

Races

  • 24 Mile-Open

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 24 Mile-Clydesdale and Athena

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 24 Mile-Fat Tire

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 24 Mile-Single Speed

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 24 Mile-Vintage Bike

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 24 Mile-COED Tandem

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:45AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 39 Mile-Open

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 39 Mile-Clydesdale and Athena

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 39 Mile-Fat Tire

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 39 Mile-Single Speed

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 39 Mile-Vintage Bike

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 39 Mile-COED Tandem

    Sat 28th March 2026 (10:05AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 58 Mile-Open

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 58 Mile-Clydesdale and Athena

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 58 Mile-Fat Tire

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 58 Mile-Single Speed

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 58 Mile-Vintage Bike

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 58 Mile-COED Tandem

    Sat 28th March 2026 (9:00AM EDT)

    Free

    CLOSED

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58671 M-40, Jones, 49061, MI, United States

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